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Thermo Scientific Chemicals L-Threonine, Cell Culture Reagent
Description
Threonine is used to treat various nervous system disorders including spinal spasticity, multiple sclerosis, familial spastic paraparesis, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, Lou Gehrig's disease). Useful with intestinal disorders and indigestion, threonine has also been used to alleviate anxiety and mild depression. . L-threonine has been used clinically with the aim of increasing glycine concentrations in the cerebral spinal fluid of patients with spasticity.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Soluble in water 50 mg/mL.
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 256°C (decomposition) |
Color | White |
Beilstein | 1721646 |
Merck Index | 14,9380 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water 50mg/mL. |
Formula Weight | 119.12 |
Grade | Cell Culture Reagent |
Quantity | 250 g |
Physical Form | Powder |
Chemical Name or Material | L-Threonine |
RUO – Research Use Only